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A look ahead to 2026: what Welsh landlords should expect

10 January 2026

By Nikki Lewis, Director of Operations and Compliance ExpertAs we head into 2026, there’s no single issue set to dominate the year for landlords in Wales. That’s in contrast to England, where the implementation of the Renters’ Rights Act will …

What are Cardiff home buyers looking for in 2026?

08 January 2026

The start of a new year always feels like a fresh page and if you’re thinking about selling your home in Cardiff, now’s the perfect moment to pause and consider what buyers are really looking for.Across Cardiff and the surrounding …

Welsh tribunal strikes out rent challenge – but not before inspecting the property

06 January 2026

Insight from Director of Operations and Compliance Expert, Nikki Lewis.A recent decision made by the Rent Assessment Committee at the Residential Property Tribunal is a useful reminder of where the law currently stands on rent increases under the Renting Homes …

CPS Homes Christmas and New Year opening times 2025

15 December 2025

As the festive season approaches, we’d like to keep you informed about our opening hours and services over the Christmas and New Year period. Please note our revised hours below: Tues 23rd Dec: 9.30am - 2pm Weds 24th Dec - Sun …

Cardiff residents - Your new seagull-proof sacks for general waste

04 December 2025

Cardiff Council has just introduced new black seagull-proof sacks for general waste. If you’ve previously put your rubbish bags straight out on the street (instead of using a black wheelie bin), you now need to use these sacks from your …

Ask Nik: "My tenants won’t pay rent because the boiler was broken for two weeks…?"

02 December 2025

Question from a landlord: “Hi Nik, Our tenants had a period without a working boiler in September. It took around two weeks to get a part and have it repaired. Now they’re refusing to pay rent for the period they were without …

Landlords in Wales: Your 2026 To-Do List

27 November 2025

2026 is shaping up to be a year of change for landlords in Cardiff and across Wales, so staying ahead is more important than ever. Knowing what to focus on now can save you time, money, and stress further down …

Awaab’s Law: The practical implications for landlords

18 November 2025

We recently wrote about Awaab’s Law, which has introduced strict, fixed timeframes for addressing all emergency hazards and all damp and mould hazards that pose a significant risk of harm to tenants. For now, it applies only to social landlords in …

Cardiff landlord ordered to repay 12 months' rent - a vital reminder that you (or your agent) must be licensed

17 November 2025

A recent ruling by the Residential Property Tribunal serves as a timely reminder that landlords in Wales must make sure they, or their appointed manager, are properly licensed under Rent Smart Wales.Last month (October 2025), a landlord of a property …

Appointing an unlicensed agent in Wales could cost you 12 months’ rent

17 November 2025

In Wales, landlords and agents who undertake “letting and management work” are legally required to have a Rent Smart Wales licence, ensuring they’re suitable and appropriately trained in their rights and obligations. This is a legal requirement that comes from …

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